The Paddy Pimblett next fight news should arrive in the next couple of months. Until then, we offer up three likely opponent options and recap his impressive victory over Bobby Green at UFC 304.
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Who will Paddy Pimblett next fight be against?
At UFC 304 Pimblett extended his UFC win streak to six with an impressive submission on highly respected Octagon veteran Bobby Green. Following the biggest win of his career, “The Baddy” is ranked in the lightweight division and has serious momentum behind him. That is why matchups with ranked veterans Rafael dos Anjos, Dan Hooker, or Renato Moicano should be next.
- The Former Champ: The Brazilian is a future UFC Hall-of-Famer, but his best days are far behind him. That’s why a scrap with Pimblett makes a lot of sense. He is a big name, and is ranked, but is a winnable fight for the young star.
- Hangman: Hooker is one of the most entertaining fighters in the division. But also like RDA, he is passed his prime. A victory over the Aussie would be a major name to add to his resume and further build the brand of the UFC’s most popular English fighter.
- Moicano: Pimblett called for this fight after his UFC 304 win, and it makes sense. However, Moicano is booked against Benoit Saint-Denis this summer. If he is victorious a matchup with the Englishman seems less likely.
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Paddy Pimblett vs. Bobby Green recap
While many fight fans thought “King” would be too big a challenge for Pimblett, “The Baddy” showed improved striking and showcased why he is one of the most underrated grapplers in the entire lightweight division.
What happened: Early on, Pimblett was surprisingly able to hold his own against Green on the feet. Eventually, a solid leg kick led to an unexpected takedown attempt from the veteran. That was a big mistake. As Pimblett was able to latch on to him and work his way towards a fight-ending triangle choke.
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The fallout: The win sent a major message to Pimblett’s doubters that he needs to be respected. Maybe he will not become a UFC champion, but he is showing the skills to be ranked in the top 10 sooner rather than later.
The roadmap: A matchup with a passed his prime veteran in the top 15 is the most logical move next for Pimblett and the UFC.
What makes Paddy Pimblett so popular?
A Legitimate Star on the Rise: The hype surrounding Pimblett isn’t smoke and mirrors. And he is among the most popular competitors to ever compete in the UK’s best cage fighting organization, Cage Warriors.
- Paddy Pimblett record: 22-3 (6 knockouts, 9 submissions)
- Paddy Pimblett height: 5-foot-10
- Paddy Pimblett last fight: Submission win over Bobby Green
- Paddy Pimblett weight class: Lightweight
- Has Paddy Pimblett lost a fight? He has lost twice during his time fighting on the English fight circuit. Pimblett suffered a decision loss to Nad Narimani in 2017, then another to Soren Bak the following year.
- Pimblett had a long tenure in Cage Warriors. Competing for the promotion on 14 occasions and earning an 11-3 record.
- He gained a reputation as Cage Warriors’ most marketable star after headlining three events for the promotion.
- Pimblett won CW featherweight title in 2016 and almost became a two-division champion in 2018.
The Baddy Boy: Part of Pimblett’s fanfare is the unabashed confidence he has in himself. It’s a reason why many observers of the sport have compared him to other brash UK MMA greats, and former UFC champions Conor McGregor and Michael Bisping.
- Pimblett is a fascinating talent because his Beatles-style mop-top haircut makes him look like a well-mannered individual. But then he’ll unleash a foul-mouthed torrent of trash talk that appeals to fans of bold combat athletes like Nate Diaz and Jake Paul.
- The money-making potential for “The Baddy” brand is so undeniable that popular sports site Barstool Sports gave him a “seven-figure deal” in 2021 to be a brand ambassador and content creator. An unheard-of feat for a fighter with only one UFC fight under their belt.
- Pimblett’s enemies list extended into the world of professional wrestling when he and AEW World Champion MJF traded barbs and fight threats on Twitter in November.
Paddy Pimblett’s net worth
The measure of a fighter’s success is in the cash they stack up from a career of professional fisticuffs. Over his short career, Pimblett has amassed an estimated net worth of between $1 and $5 million.
What is Paddy Pimblett UFC rank?
After five straight wins to start his UFC career, Paddy Pimblett has yet to land an official ranking in the company’s top 15 at lightweight. However, there is a good chance a win over Green at UFC 304 pushes him into that rare position.
Has Paddy Pimblett lost?
Yes, Pimblett has lost fights. While he is unbeaten so far in the UFC, his three losses occurred during his tenure with English MMA promotion Cage Warriors.
Did Paddy Pimblett KO Tony Ferguson?
While “The Baddy” did score a big win over Tony Ferguson at UFC 296, it was by unanimous decision, not by knockout.